Recall 92V-045
MAZDA (NORTH AMERICA),INC recalled the 1993 Mazda MX-6: Suspension (front, control arm).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 92V-045
- Reported
- April 2, 1992
- Vehicles affected
- 2,450 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
The lower arm ball joints on both sides of the front suspension may not have been torqued to specification.
The risk
The insufficient torque of the lower ball jointretaining bolt can result in the suspension failing while the car is in motionand subsequent loss of steering control without warning, which can result in anaccident.
The fix
Inspect the lower ball joint retaining bolts and tighten loose bolts to the correct torque.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: suspension.vehicle description: passenger cars produced at flat rock, michigan.
Affected vehicles
- Mazda MX-6 1993